3 day 2 night cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay is a fantastic experience. In this longer journey, you will explore the untouched area of Bai Tu Long Bay, go kayaking in Cap La through the karst and breathtaking nature, visit a floating village of Vung Vieng, and spend time for a cave, beach, and more kayaking… During this tour, you might not find other more tourists but enjoy your journey, just relax and get off-the-beaten-track
Highlight
Cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay, the less visited part of Halong Bay
Traditional wooden boats for small groups, a unique experience
Cozy cabin with large windows and en-suite bathroom
Go kayaking to explore limestone islands on a watery landscape
Visit the floating village, for a glimpse of local life
Explore a cave for a panoramic view of the bay
Authentic Vietnamese cuisines
DAY 1: Halong Port– Bai Tu Long Bay - Cong Do– Cap La island ( L ,D )
07.45 – 8:30: Our shuttle bus will pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and start your trip to explore the most amazing bay in the North of Vietnam. On the way, we will have a quick stop at the middle of the way to rest. This also let you have a glance at Hai Duong Province and taste their traditional “Green bean cake”.
12.30: Arrive in our office at Halong International Pier, you will have a bit time to relax and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee. Wait for our captain to finish the registration and transfer by tender to our boat.
12.45: Enjoy welcome drink and spend a couple minutes for briefing about safety on boat and activities included then we check in our cabin.
13.30: Delicious Vietnamese set menu will be served while leisurely cruising further into Bai Tu Long Bay.
15.00: Arrive in kayaking area – that is Cap La Island. Enjoy kayaking through the karst and breathtaking nature, swimming, and relaxing.
17.30: Get back to the boat and enjoys our Sunset party.
19.00: Sumptuous set menu-dinner onboard.
20.30: Free time to challenge yourself in Vietnamese puzzle games, or gather your group/family for a board game; try your luck with squid fishing or simply have a cocktail and enjoy the quiet night on the bay.
DAY 2: Cong Dam - Vung Vieng village – Cong Do (B, L, D)
06.30: Start your day with a Tai Chi routine on sundeck or catch a morning view of the stunning bay’s landscape with a cup of tea or coffee.
07.00: Breakfast will be served in Western style, familiar to you to fulfill your strength, and ready for another exploring day.
8.45 – 09.00: Transfer to a day cruise, spend more time kayaking and swimming at Cong Dam, or relaxing on the boat. If the weather allows, we can take a glance at Thay Cave before going back to the anchor point.
12.00: Back to the boat for a delicious hot lunch at noontime.
13.00: we cruise passing several floating hamlets including Cap La, we enter the Center of pristine Bai Tu Long Geology Park. There, we will visit Vung Vieng fishing village to interact with local people.
14.30: Return to the main boat and enjoy a sunset party afterward.
15.30: Time for relaxation you can choose (more time kayaking & swimming and relaxing
17.30: Enjoy our Sunset party.
19.00: Dinner will be served.
20.30: Free time for joining games, you may also try your luck with squid fishing.
DAY 3: Thien Canh Son Cave - Halong Port (B,L)
06.30: Start early Tai Chi demonstration on sundeck.
07.30: Breakfast will be served in Western style and with Vietnamese traditional food.
08.00: Explore the well-hidden Thien Canh Son Cave and enjoy a white sandy beach at Hon Co Island. Our tour guide will provide some interesting stories of Ha Long Bay and this cave, made by Mother Nature.
09.00: Finish packing and check out of your cabin. Prepare to join in our traditional cooking demonstration.
10.00: Vietnamese cooking demonstration on boat.
10.15: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
11.40: Disembark in Halong International
12.00: Farewell Halong Bay then return to Hanoi
15.00: Arrive in Hanoi. Trip ends
*Note: The itinerary is subject to change due to the weather, tide level, and operating conditions without prior notice.
PRICE: 235 usd/person
Cruise Includes:
English Speaking Guide from Hanoi and on board
Entrance and Sightseeing fees
Cruise through Halong Bay
All meals on board (3 lunches, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts)
Cooking demonstration
Sunset party
Tai Chi every morning
Kayaking
Welcome drink, cold handkerchief
2 bottles of mineral water in cabin
Service charge, Insurance on board
Cruise excludes:
Round-trip shuttle bus transportation
Airfares
Visa Arrangements
Beverages, Tips, and Personal Expenses
All other services not mentioned in the “Inclusions”
